
Cattle Drive Kicks Off Stampede of Speed in Waxahachie
Longhorns and cowboys made their way through historic downtown Waxahachie on Friday, October 9, kicking off the 2026 Stampede of Speed with a Texas tradition.

Longhorns and cowboys made their way through historic downtown Waxahachie on Friday, October 9, kicking off the 2026 Stampede of Speed with a Texas tradition.

Classic Chevy and GMC trucks took the spotlight in downtown Waxahachie on Saturday, September 19, as C10’s Party on the Square brought the celebration to the streets around the historic Ellis County Courthouse.

Red Oak celebrated Founders Day on September 19, 2026, with a parade, festival, family activities, and a Battle of the Bands showdown.

Still figuring out Saturday? September 19 brings classic trucks to Waxahachie, a parade and festival to Red Oak, and a full day of shopping, culture and music in Ennis. Here are a few ways to spend the day around Ellis County.

Runners and walkers took part in Brave Like Ellie’s third annual Warrior Walk and Run Saturday at Getzendaner Park in Waxahachie.

The Bluebonnet Market will return to downtown Ennis for a special jazz-themed evening Saturday, August 1.

Midlothian’s Summer Beats concert series continues tonight, July 25, with a free outdoor performance by the 80s Gadgets.

The Summer Soul Affair Music Festival is underway Saturday evening at Railyard Park in downtown Waxahachie, bringing live R&B, soul and funk to the city.

Cowtown Comic Con is happening this weekend at the Waxahachie Civic Center, bringing costumes, collectibles, artists and comic book fans together under one roof.

Waxahachie marked Independence Day with a Fourth of July parade through the city Saturday morning.